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There are two modes of operation with the STINGER:
1. Stand-Alone Sound Activated Mode:
Think of this as “Auto-pilot” The STINGER has a built-in
microphone allowing it to go along with music.
Note:
Stingers are shipped in sound active mode (Mode 909)
2.
DMX Mode:
Requires a DMX-512 control console for live pattern changes.
To set the DMX address or Stand-alone Personality on your New Stinger
Stand-alone Sound Active Mode
1.
The unit is pre-set in sound-active mode. Verify the correct voltage setting and plug in to power.
Please No Dimmers or Relay Packs.
2.
Switch the unit on.
3.
The unit will auto-run patterns to audio in the room. There is no duty cycle.
4.
The setting for sound-active stand-alone operation is listed below:
909
DMX-512 Mode
1
. Make certain the voltage select switch is in the proper position for your country’s voltage.
2
. Plug the unit in to power and switch into the “On” position.
3
. Press "Enter" to enter the address setting mode.
The first digit in line will begin flashing.
4
. Press "Select" The selected digit will be flashing
5
. Press either "U" for up or "D" for down to change the value of the selected digit (from 0 through 9).
6
. Press "Enter" to save the new address.
7
. Connect the DMX interface cable from unit to DMX-512 console.
8
. On your DMX console, move the channel 1 fader up to a value of 15 and adjust the channel 3 fader to select
pattern as a quick test for communication.
9
. After address has been changes, turn unit off and on again for new address to take affect.
10
. You’re all set. Enjoy.
DMX Controls
The NEW Stinger Series offers up to 7 Channels of DMX-512 control. If you have purchased a single color laser
some of these values and channels may not be used. This is controlled at the PCB level of your product therefore
adjusting those faders will not damage the unit nor will it have any effect.
Ch.1
Beam On-Off / Color Select
Ch.2
Color Mode - Not Available on Single Color Models
Ch.3
Pattern Select
Ch.4
Pattern Speed
Ch.5
Not Available on Single Color Models
Ch.6
Not Available on Single Color Models
Ch.7
"Y" Axis Offset (Up and Down)
Channel 1
Beam Control
00-10
Beam Off
11-50
Beam On (Green/Red/Blue Stingers)
51-90
Green/Blue Only
91-130
Red Only
131-170
Beam On (Green/Red Stingers)
171-255
Beam Off (Slow)
Channel 2 Color Control -
Not Used on Single Color Models
SETTING THE MODE VIA THE LED MENU
OPERATION